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Australian Black Opal Information

Australian Black Opal is one of the rarest gemstones on earth. It has every color of the rainbow on a black ground which makes the colors dance.

8th May 2018
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Boulder Opal Information

Boulder Opal is one of the most undervalue opals valuable on the market. Learn more about this unique opal and browse the beautifully stones we have for sale.

Wayne Sedawie 29th May 2019
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Crystal Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Crystal opal is a type of opal renowned for its translucence and vibrant iridescence. In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about this splendid stone.

Ross Sedawie 17th Jul 2018
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Opal Doublet Information

An Opal Doublet is a thin layer of precious Opal cemented onto a backing, usually a piece of Black Opal or Ironstone. Opal doublets are an affordable alternative to a solid Opal.

9th May 2018
12

Ethiopian Opal: History, Symbolism, Meanings, and More!

Ethiopian opals are a relatively new group of hydrophane opals with impressive play-of-color in a variety of patterns. Learn the history and uses of Ethiopian opals!

Ross Sedawie 23rd May 2018
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Honduran Opal Information

Honduran opals are easily distinguished from other opals because of their distinct coloring. These opals can vary between a milky-white opal to a matrix-based one. These opals are primarily formed by volcanic eruptions that occur in South America.

8th May 2018
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Mintabie Opal Information

The Mintabie opal gets its name from the location where it is mined in Mintabie, Australia. Learn more about this beautiful Opal

Wayne Sedawie 20th Sep 2019
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Opalite Information

Opalite is a green natural stone that has many similar chemical properties to precious Opal. Check out why we love this stone and why you should add one to your collection

26th Apr 2018
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Brazilian Opal Information

Brazilian Opals are mined in the North East region of the state of Piaua, where there are no large-scale Opal fields & most mining is done by hand.

Marc Mutter 10th Jul 2018
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Peruvian Opal Information

Peruvian Opal is the national stone of Peru and is relatively rare and can only be found in the Andes mountains. It is usually coloured blue to blue-green

Steve Thomas 5th Feb 2019
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Tanzanian Green Opal

Green Opal and Dendritic Opal are all found in Tanzania and posses stunning rolling-fire flashes. Green Opal is a very unique and rare type of Opal

8th May 2018
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Opal Triplet Information

An Opal Triplet is so named because it has three components: a thin slice of crystal Opal sandwiched between a clear top layer and a black backing.

17th Jul 2018
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Yowah Opal Information

Yowah Opal from Australia are famous for their deep strong ironstone with fantastic patterns and inclusions of colour. They also produce different Opal.

3rd Jan 2019
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Mexican Fire Opal Information

Buy Mexican Fire Opal And Learn About This Incredible Type Of Opal. We Thing It Is One Of The Most Amazing Types Of Opal Available.

9th May 2018
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Hydrophane Opal Information

Hydrophane Opal is a new term that has been developed to describe a certain type of Opal.

4th Apr 2017
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Slovakian Opal Information

The oldest & largest Opal deposits in Europe from Roman times were found in Slovakia. Slovakian Opal have been better known in the past as Hungarian Opal.

8th May 2018
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Opal Gemstones: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Opals are a hydrated silica gemstone seen in a stunning array of vibrant colors and patterns. Learn why no two opal gemstones are the same, and the meaning, history, and details that make them highly desired!

Steve Thomas 28th Aug 2021
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Black Opal: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Black opals are the most valuable and rare variety of opals available. Learn about black opal color, history, meanings, and buying factors in this informative guide.

Steve Thomas 7th Sep 2021
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Opalite: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Opalite may refer to man-made opalized glass or green opal with dark inclusions that may show a cat’s eye effect. Learn the science, symbolism, and history behind both types of opalite in this guide!

Steve Thomas 7th Sep 2021
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Blue Opal: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Blue opal is a type of opal gemstone seen in beautiful blue hues from deep teal to light, watery blue. Learn about the history, meanings, and properties of blue opal in this guide!

Steve Thomas 7th Sep 2021
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Green Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More!

Green opals are stunning variants of the common, non-iridescent opal gemstone. In this guide, we will explain everything you could want to know about this beautiful stone.

Ross Sedawie 3rd Oct 2021
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Pink Opal: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More

Pink opal is a common opal ranging from a solid rose color to deep pink with white or black inclusions. Famously from Peru, pink opals offer love and healing. Discover the benefits of pink opal!

Ross Sedawie 4th Nov 2021
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Boulder Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings, and More!

Opals are colorful gemstones that symbolize hope and purity. Learn all about special Australian boulder opals and boulder opal jewelry, including their price and uses!

Ross Sedawie 22nd Nov 2021
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White Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings, and More!

White opals are magical stones that channel purity, clarity, and the divine feminine. Learn all about white opals, their play of color, properties, and more!

Ross Sedawie 8th Dec 2021
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Hyalite Opal: A Comprehensive Guide on Symbolism, Meanings, Colors, and More!

A hyalite opal is a gorgeous colorless opal crystal that looks like glass. Learn everything about the hyalite opal, including its meaning, colors, and history.

Ross Sedawie 20th Dec 2021
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Dendritic Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More!

Dendritic opals, or moss opals, are light common opals with dark mossy or fern-like inclusions. Discover the history, properties, meanings, and uses for dendritic opal in this guide!

Ross Sedawie 31st Dec 2021
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Jelly Opals: Meaning, Properties, Benefits, and More!

Jelly opals or water opals are an opal variety with a gelatinous appearance! Learn all about this transparent opal variety’s properties, meaning, jewelry, and more!

Ross Sedawie 31st Dec 2021
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Matrix Opals: History, Symbolism, Meanings & More!

Matrix opals are a combination of host rock intermixed with precious opal, famously mined in Andamooka, Australia. Discover the qualities, healing uses, and meanings of matrix opal!

Ross Sedawie 1st Jan 2022
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